LOVE the pigmentation of the 2009 Holiday Mineralized shadows. The lilac shade is true to form. It applies (with use of a heavier hand) the same as it appears in the pan. Shimmery without glitter. Love. The silver side has sparkles in it. When used wet, it is a super metallic chrome. Lovely for the holidays and lovely together. Used dry - they are sheer and shimmery. Used wet, they are electric and daring. I use wet when/if lining the lower lashline.